Love & Light Live Crystal Healing Podcast

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Sodalite: "Speak your truth confidently and choose your words with clarity and confidence." Common Healing Properties of Sodalite: Increases accurate intuitive thoughts Encourages successful stilling of the mind during meditation Brings out the truth in any situation Helps you to stand up for yourself Protects you from electromagnetic pollution Enhances group cooperation Aids you in speaking your truth Banishes bad habits and negative thinking patterns Aids you in absorbing new information and learning new things Removes fear Banishes guilt Encourages self-confidence Encourages a healthy metabolism Relieves insomnia Reduce fevers     Colors: Light, medium, or dark blue with white splotches (and sometimes dark blue or black veins). Associated Chakras: 5th (Throat) or 6th (Third Eye) Zodiac Signs: Virgo, Libra Elements: Earth, Water Companion Flowers: Goat's Beard Companion Essential Oil: Oregano

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Smoky Quartz: "Connect to the energy of the earth and bathe yourself in the grounding, protective energy it has to share with you." Common Healing Properties of Smoky Quartz: Promotes grounding Enhances protection from negative energy Increases energy during meditation Encourages environmental concern and ecological consciousness Relieves stress Promotes peace and calming Blocks electromagnetic pollution Reduces geopathic stress Aids in detoxifying the physical body Removes fear Enhances passion Dispels bad dreams Enhances accuracy in scrying divination Promotes intuitive insight Stimulates concentration Promotes communication Aids in stilling the mind for successful meditation Helpful for energetic support of people undergoing chemotherapy Aids in manifesting Assists one in managing detailed projects Relieves physical pain Heals problems associated with the lower half of the physical body Removes headache pain

Did you know that some of your most beloved healing crystals are actually combinations of more than one stone? Lapis Lazuli, Tiger Iron, Unakite, and others are made up of more than one mineral. When multiple minerals come together to create something new, this is the definition of a rock. That’s right!  A rock. Most of the time, we don’t use that word in the heal-y feely world of crystal healing, but rocks can be super lovely for healing too.  In the wellness community, we usually use the words crystal, stone, mineral, etc. interchangeably, but they do each have their own specific definitions. Rock - composed of more than one mineral Crystal - a mineral that has an internal crystalline structure (a regularly repeating atomic blueprint) Stone - any minerals or rock that is non-metallic Mineral - a solid, naturally occurring, inorganic substance By now you may be wondering which of the stones in your crystal collection are actually rocks.  Let’s take a look at some of the most common hybrids: Lapis L

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Golden Tiger's Eye: "Become motivated by divine purpose and manifest your vision with ease." Common Healing Properties of Golden Tiger's Eye: Enhances grounding Increases psychic skills Encourages the rising of the kundalini through the chakras Promotes energetic protection Stimulates compassion Aids you in sorting through details and completing tedious tasks Helps you pull together many details in order to make sense of a whole Aids in removing negative habits Instills self-confidence and inner-strength - a personal empowerment stone Promotes equality and integrity Stabilizes energy Banishes depression Heals the eyes Balances disorders of the reproductive system Aids in the energetic healing of broken bones Helps you succeed on tests and exams Encourages success in business meetings Colors: Bands of shimmering gold, brown, bronze, and gray/black Associated Chakras: 2nd (Sacral Chakra) or 3rd (Solar Plexus Chakra)

When you’re feeling like there’s some negative energy in your space or you’re surrounded by negative people, your instinct may be to immediately reach for your protective crystals, but this may not be the best remedy.   Energy is just energy. We classify it as “positive” or “negative” but in actuality, there is just energy. There is energy that serves our highest good (positive) and energy that doesn’t (negative). So how do you deal with “negative” energy in a space? The first step to take is to clear the space of any energy that’s not serving your highest good.  When dealing with a person who leaves you feeling stressed out or drained, protective crystals can help shield you from absorbing the chaotic energy they imprint upon a space. However, using those crystals is only half of the solution.  You need to remedy the root cause of the situation by clearing that energy from your space. Here are some of my favorite crystals for keeping your space free from negativity: Selenite: Selenite is most effective if

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Chevron Amethyst: "Know that you are a unique being and feel inspired and safe to be yourself." Common Healing Properties of Chevron Amethyst: Promotes spiritual ascension Raises your spiritual energetic vibration Assists you in gaining clarity of thought and insight into any situation Aids you in the decision-making process Heals past-life trauma by moving your spirit above and beyond it Promotes personal and spiritual growth Reveals hidden layers of a situation so that you're able to better understand everything that is involved Helps you find balance during life's ups and downs Assists in communication with your spirit guides Enhances meditation Promotes calm energy and relieves anxiety or worry Colors: Bands of White, Violet, Purple, and Lavender in triangular (chevron) patterns Associated Chakras: 6th (Third Eye Chakra) or 7th (Crown Chakra) Zodiac Signs: Gemini, Libra, & Aquarius Elements: Air, Water Compani

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rainbow Fluorite: "Feel clarity wash over you as you consciously co-create with the universe." Common Healing Properties of Rainbow Fluorite: Enhances protection Block electromagnetic pollution Reduce stress Transforms negative energy into positive energy Maintains balance in the physical body Strengthens the intuition Improves concentration Promotes self-confidence Improves coordination Dispels mental illness Shows the truth in any situation Aids in objectivity and fair judgment Balances the emotional body Relieves symptoms of infection Protects against viruses Stimulates the intellect Enhances clarity of mind and lucidity Stimulates relief of stiff joints Relieves arthritis pain Cleanses the mind, body, and spirit Helps heal injuries of the spine Diminishes pain related to the nervous system Heals blemishes and other skin problems Encourages accurate psychic readings Heals unhealthy bone marrow Colors: Ban

Today I am so honored to be speaking with the amazing Judy Hall, who you might be familiar with because of her work on the Crystal Bible series of books. She has just come out with an amazing new book all about crystal grids, and I am so excited to hear all about it from her and share it with you.   Ashley: I'm so excited to speak with you. This is a topic that has really become so popular over the past few years. Why do you think there is this new and sudden interest in crystal grids? Judy: Well, for me, I've used them for many years. It's such a convenient way of generating energy. They are somewhere to put your intentions. Does that make sense? Ashley: Absolutely. Judy: You can lay them out, set them up, and then they will work for you, and you don't have to keep playing the intention. In fact, the more you can let them get in with it themselves, the more effective they are. Ashley: So, you recommend using them as more of a background energy? Judy: A powerful energy running in the background is how I

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Clear Quartz: "Feel your mind expand with clarity as I help you tune in and become one with the world around you." Common Healing Properties of Clear Quartz: Powerful for energizing the physical and energetic bodies Assists with healing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies Purifies and cleanses the physical and energetic bodies Amplifies your intentions for manifesting and co-creating with the universe Assists you with any kind of spiritual work Promotes mental clarity Amplifies energy in crystal layouts or grids Enhances your inner vision and intuition Balances and aligns the chakra centers Protects you energetically Colors: Clear, Colorless Associated Chakras: All Zodiac Signs: Leo, Virgo, Aries Elements: Air, Water, Fire Companion Flowers: Trillium Companion Essential Oil: Tea Tree Companion Stone: Lapis Lazuli Common Origins: Madagascar, Brazil, Arkansas (USA), India Not

There is a movement by modern women in the metaphysical community to reclaim feminine power and embrace the goddess within, but what does this really mean and how can it be accomplished?   For many this is about acknowledging the important role of femininity and the divine feminine in modern society, but it can also be about embodying the archetypes of goddesses throughout history. Tapping into this goddess power can be done through ritual and ceremony, with prayer, or even through meditation.  And when you combine these methods with the energy of crystals, the connection to a particular goddess is amplified. Certain crystals correspond to particular goddess archetypes.  So if you wanted to connect with or embody the energetic archetype, the traits or qualities of a specific goddess, you need only to reach for the stone that embodies her spirit and energy.  You can then carry this stone with you, wear it in a piece of jewelry, or meditate with the crystal to connect with the energy of your chosen goddess.

"I'm so excited for this podcast episode today because I have the pleasure of interviewing the amazing Ezzie Spencer of Lunar Abundance. I've been following Ezzie for several months now and I'm just always so impressed with the amazing information that she puts out about the different lunar cycles and moon phases."    Ashley: So, Ezzie thank you so much for being here with me. Ezzie Spencer, PhD: It's my pleasure to be here. Ashley: Could you just maybe introduce yourself to everyone really quickly and tell us a little bit about your business and your work with lunar energy? Ezzie: Of course! I am an author and a speaker and I do some consulting work as well. I basically teach others how to connect in with the moon cycle to create a better life. More specifically, to really live in the flow of life and to tap into that joy and peace and sense of purpose which so many of us are really yearning to find. It's a personal practice that I share from my own experience and my own quest to come back to myself and

"I'm so excited to be able to share this interview with the amazing & inspiring Emma Mildon with you! Emma is truly a powerhouse of wisdom on all sorts of spiritual topics, and is a well-known crystal expert."   Ashley: Hi and welcome to the Love and Light live podcast. I'm so excited today to be interviewing the amazing Emma Mildon. You may be familiar with Emma, she's the author of The Soul Searcher's Handbook and the soon-to-be-released Evolution of Goddess. She's also been featured by The Huffington Post and by Mindbodygreen. She is just an amazing powerhouse of information on different spiritual topics. I am so excited to be interviewing her because The Soul Searcher's Handbook is one that's been on my shelf for a long time. I really love it. I've already pre-ordered my copy of Evolution of Goddess and I'm just really excited to talk with her a little bit today about this upcoming book. So Emma, thank you so much for being here with me. Emma Mildon: Hi. How are you? Calling in from New Zealand. Ashl

"I was lucky enough to be able to interview the amazing women at Energy Muse - Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro. I was so pleased to get to talk to Heather and Timmi just after their visit to the Tucson Gem Show when they were still totally flying high on all those amazing crystal vibes." Ashley Leavy:  In this week's show, I have something super exciting. I was lucky enough to be able to interview the amazing women at Energy Muse. Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro. I was so pleased to get to talk to Heather and Timmi just after their visit to the Tucson Gem Show when they were still totally flying high on all those amazing crystal vibes. So, we got to talk about some great experiences from the show, as well as some of their favorite practices for staying grounded and centered in the present moment while they're bringing back and picking out all those amazing crystals to share with everyone through their website, energymuse.com. We also got to talk about their recent book, which many of you may have hear

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rose Quartz: “Love and value your unique, authentic self. Bask in the excitement of sharing your gifts for the highest good of all.” Common Healing Properties of Rose Quartz: Promotes unconditional love, peace, and compassion Inspires self-love Promotes an attitude of Lovingkindness Calms after traumatic events Instills tenderness Promotes mutual understanding Adds spark to a romance and promote trust Eases mid-life crisis Soothes a broken heart Helps with emotional balance Encourages friendship & maternal love Eases the grieving process Promotes forgiveness, trust, and understanding Helps with healing lungs Increases fertility Treats a poor complexion Colors: Pale, soft pink to deep, rosy pink Associated Chakras: Heart (4th) Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Gemini Elements: Water Companion Flowers: Magnolia Companion Essential Oil: Rose Companion Stone: Angelite Common Origins: Madagascar, Braz

Having your own healing arts practice (whether it’s doing Reiki, crystal therapy or massage) can be a dream come true!  But it can also come with a unique set of challenges.    As a healer and empath, you may be especially susceptible to outside influences. In your business, this may rear its head in the form of competition. After all, if you’re a healer, coach, or wellness practitioner, chances are you’re not the only one in your area doing what you do.  Therefore, it can be a mindset struggle to keep your thoughts off of your competitors and focused on your own healing practice. When you’re struggling, it can be easy to look at the success of others and compare it to your own business. Stop. Right. There. I know that YOU know this for sure: we are all unique and have our own special gifts to share in this world. However it can be challenging to keep this in the front of your mind. Sometimes, you may get caught up in comparison-based thoughts. But remember, when you shift your focus away from others and

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Labradorite: "You have the ability to achieve (or exceed!) your life goals by following your soul path and listening to your inner guidance." Common Healing Properties of Labradorite: Enhances protection Dispels negative energies Helps you to form personal boundaries Facilitates past life ascension or regression Assists astral travel Aids you in accessing the Akashic records and other esoteric knowledge Balances the energy of the physical body with the etheric body Increases conscious awareness Facilitates intuitive development and psychic powers Dispels fears Increases faith Strengthens trust Facilitates mystical experiences Stimulates the imagination and creativity Removes illusion Aids in acts of magic Reveals the truth in any situation Connects you with the Divine energy of the universe Brings companionship Treats symptoms of the common cold Relieves arthritis pain Regulates hormones Can lower blood pressure b

“Feng shui literally translated is ‘wind and water,’ the two most prevalent elements that shape our world. Feng shui can be used to shape the energy around you. It is about changing your life by assessing and maintaining your connection to the natural world” -Sandra Kynes (author of Gemstone Feng Shui).   For this reason, crystals can be used according to the principles of feng shui in order to enhance positive energy and counteract negative energy in your space. Crystals and stones can be used to shift the energy in your healing arts space, and in turn, make positive changes in your life and business that will result in balance and harmony.  Knowing how to utilize crystal energy to positively affect the flow of energy in your sacred business is the key to proper Crystal Feng Shui. All spaces have nine distinct areas, and these correspond to the nine areas of the Bagua Map.  According to the ancient Chinese Bagua Map, parts of your space directly connect to certain areas of your life. By placing stones in

A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Tiger's Eye: "Feel yourself make way for clarity, as if seeing something for the very first time.  Look deeper into a situation to see the truth that lies behind the facade.  Be prepared for what is revealed and know that it is for your highest good."   Common Healing Properties of Blue Tiger's Eye: Keeps you grounded Enhances your psychic skills Encourages the rising of the kundalini through the chakras (but only if you are ready for it) Creates a protective shield around your aura Encourages inner-strength Enhances feelings of compassion in those with an overdeveloped masculine side Helps you to sort through details especially when you're completing tedious tasks Helps banish negative habits Aids you while working through depression Energetically supports the healing of the eyes Facilitates healing of male reproductive disorders Energetically assists in healing broken bones Facilitates strength in communication Instills peac

There’s a question I get a lot when I’m speaking with people who are thinking of pursuing a healing arts career… how do you make the transition from a mainstream career into the wellness field the RIGHT way?   It can be terrifying to leave the comfort and security of your job to pursue your dreams.  So should you make the transition into a healing arts career slowly? This could mean leaving yourself a safety net by keeping one foot in the door at your current job (but perhaps sacrifice the ability to dive into your new career full force and accept that it will take you longer to build your sacred business).  Or should you take the other option: leap before you look, quit your job, and never look back because you’re pursuing your passion? This could perhaps leave you in a vulnerable financial position and create fear based blocks that hold you back from success. How do you know when to play it safe or when to take a risk? How do you know if you can really make it work with a healing arts career? The answer is

If you’re anything like me, you already have crystals scattered all over your living space. You'll also know how hard it is to keep things from getting cluttered. Here's some of my favorite pieces of crystal decor that add a sacred touch while still looking tidy...   For this week’s post, I’ve pulled together some of my favorite crystal home decor elements so that you can have your cake and eat it too (and by that I mean creating an elegant living space and incorporating some amazing crystal vibes all at the same time!). Here are my top 5 favorite crystal decor items:   #5: Selenite Tealight Holder by The Sacred Spirit  Although these are pretty commonplace at most new age shops now, I’ll never get over the beauty and simplicity of these elegant Selenite candle holders.  Made in Morocco, the Selenite is carved into these gorgeous holders that become illuminated when you add a small candle.  To avoid getting your crystal waxy, try adding a battery-operated tealight.  Then, just sit back and enjoy the soft g